The Power Tools
Strap on your safety glasses, lace up your dancing shoes, and get ready to boogie to a mix of light-hearted, funky original songs and eclectic covers. Power Tools is a Victoria-based band featuring Nigel Fletcher (bass/vocals), Arlo Atkinson (keys), Jody Candlish-Rutherford (guitar/vocals), and Marlowe Pease (drums). With the first three having grown up on Hornby, the band can’t wait to bring their fun and energetic blend of rock, country, funk, and more to a hometown crowd.

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“Power tools will cut through boredom with the precision of a chop saw, and drill some old school fun and funk into your night. The foundation is rock solid and the walls of sound will surely charge you up, no need for insulation in this house of sound, just dance and let them build your party!” - Scott White, music critic, Hornby Times

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The Odus Haven Band - Dance/Rock
The Odus Haven Band features the undeniable musical chemistry that comes with two brothers forming a band with two lifelong friends, and their mutual music teacher, professional musician and music producer, Marc Atkinson. Odus and Arlo Atkinson, Nigel Fletcher and Jody Candlish-Rutherford all grew up surrounded by music on Hornby Island. Raised with music as a second language, this band plays some of the best music rock history has to offer, from Elton John, to Supertramp, to the Beatles, to Bruno Mars, Silk Sonic and more. You will feel the love of music and this community embedded into every note these bandmates play. Their performances are packed with youthful energy, tight grooves, and a love of music that’s both contagious and deeply rooted. Instagram: @odushaven

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OPENING ACT - The Randoms – The Xplore Program - Hornby Island Community School Students

 

The new Hornby Island Community School Grade 7/8 Class (plus a few Grade 6 students) have had a big learning year, including studying music at the Barn Studio with Marc Atkinson. In December, they placed in the top ten in Canada for their age category in the CBC Music Class Challenge for their rendition of The Returner. This innovative SD71 middle years program focuses on experiential learning, confidence building, leadership, and expert mentorship opportunities. Some students are new this year to their instruments, while others have grown up with music all around them. Come cheer them on!

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WHY A FUNDRAISER?

Music festivals in Canada are more than just entertainment—they are essential spaces for connection, belonging, and shared joy. They bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, offering moments that uplift the spirit, nurture community bonds, and support collective well-being. The Hornby Festival has proudly worked hard at this for decades. But like many festivals across the country, we’ve faced serious challenges. Rising costs and uncertain funding are a reality for music festivals today. This mounting stress has caused some festivals to close their doors. The Hornby Festival is still here and committed to supporting Canadian artists, creating space for underrepresented voices, and bringing our community together through music, art, and celebration. If you love the Hornby Festival, please consider donating generously on this night. To continue, we need your help.

Monday night’s concert is a special fundraising event, featuring two bands with local roots donating their time and talent. If you believe in the Hornby Festival, please consider donating generously—your support will help us survive and carry this work into the future.